Database Designer

Job Description

The ideal candidate will have experience designing and implementing OLTP and OLAP databases, specifically focusing on Snowflake. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to design scalable and efficient database solutions that meet the business needs.

Key Responsibilities

Database Design & Architecture:

Design, develop, and optimize Snowflake databases for both OLTP and OLAP systems.
Create and maintain data models, including conceptual, logical, and physical models.
Develop and implement database schemas, tables, views, indexes, and other database objects.

Data Integration & ETL Processes

Design and manage data integration solutions, including ETL/ELT processes.
Collaborate with data engineers to implement data pipelines for data ingestion, transformation, and loading into Snowflake.

Performance Tuning & Optimization

Analyze and optimize database performance, including query performance, indexing strategies, and storage management.
Monitor and troubleshoot database performance issues and implement solutions to improve efficiency.

Collaboration & Communication

Work closely with cross-functional teams, including data engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders, to understand data requirements and deliver database solutions.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior database designers and developers.

Documentation & Compliance

Maintain comprehensive documentation of database designs, architectures, and processes.
Ensure data security, privacy, and compliance with relevant regulations and best practices.

Technical Skills

Proficiency in SQL and database query optimization.
Strong understanding of data modeling techniques and best practices.
Experience with ETL/ELT tools and processes.
Familiarity with data warehousing concepts and architecture.
Knowledge of data security and compliance practices.

Soft Skills

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

Snowflake certification.
Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS,
Familiarity with other database technologies (e.g.MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle etc.).
Experience with data visualization and reporting tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).